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'The Hand that Cared' commemorates Fannie Storr, a former Nursing Director and latterly a governor and volunteer chaplain at our Trust.

Beta-hydroxybutyrate (BOHB, also known as 3- hydroxybutyrate) is a ketone body produced when glucose cannot be used as a fuel source. It is measured in conjunction with free fatty acids (FFA) and glucose in order to investigate hypoglycaemia or symptoms associated with ketoacidosis. The ratio of FFA to BOHB in hypoglycaemia can help to detect hyperinsulinism or a fatty oxidation defect.

Becoming more active is important for improving health and easing pain

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted on patient care, particularly waiting times for planned operations, procedures, diagnostic tests and appointments. Good progress is being made in tackling these waiting times.

Welcome to Ward 7a, we hope the information on this page will give you an idea of what to expect when you are admitted.

We are sorry to hear that your baby has died and would like to offer our support at this time. There are many decisions to be made at this sad time and you may be considering whether to take your baby home before their cremation or burial. The following information is given so that you are aware and understand the choices open to you.

Update on Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) production

This page provides information about oral hygiene and mouth care for patients having radiotherapy or chemotherapy treatment. You may experience a dry or sore mouth or notice taste changes when you are having radiotherapy or chemotherapy treatment. These problems can be due to the treatment you are receiving. It is very important that you tell your healthcare professional (nurse or radiographer) if you experience these changes as they may be able to recommend specific treatments for you. These symptoms might continue for some time after your treatment has finished but the suggestions in this page may help to keep you comfortable. Good mouth hygiene is essential.

This page gives you information about the condition you are being assessed for and the processes carried out during the assessment.

Chemical Pathology

by Edward Tudor

Health bosses have reiterated their long-term commitment to maternity services at Cheltenham and Stroud following the extension of temporary changes helping to safeguard patient safety during labour and birth.

A new powerful county-wide campaign launches today highlighting the need to keep Gloucestershire’s two Accident and Emergency Departments clear for real emergencies.

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The quality of laboratory investigations can depend not only on the quality of the specimen, but also on the quality of the information which we receive with the specimen. Inadequate information may lead to sample rejection, inappropriate testing or a delay in testing whilst further information is sought.

It is essential that your bowel is empty for this investigation. In order for your bowel to be empty please follow the instructions below.

This page contains important information for you to read before your admission.

Wound infection after surgery can happen but it is not common. This page gives you information about what can cause a wound infection after surgery and offers advice on how you can help to reduce the risk.

This page gives you information about having a Mannitol Challenge Test (Osmohale®), including the preparation needed.